How to use the Word Counter
- Type or paste text into the box.
- The counts update as you type.
Essays, cover letters, social posts and meta descriptions often have word or character limits. Reading time is estimated at 238 words per minute, the average adult silent reading speed.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. Everything is processed in your browser; nothing you type is uploaded or stored.
How are words counted?
Any run of letters or numbers (including hyphens and apostrophes) counts as one word.
Does it count spaces as characters?
Both are shown: total characters and characters without spaces.